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Fulton County Schools 2016-2017 Annual School Counseling Plan Shamona Harrell, Hannah Kim, Sally Page, Melissa Perlmutter School Counselor (s) Riverwood International Charter School School I. Program Foundation and Delivery Annual School Counseling Program Assessment completed (ASCA National Model, p. 59)? Yes X No School Counseling Program Belief Statements (ASCA National Model, p. 21-23) The Counselors at Riverwood International Charter School believe: All children can learn. Students learn in different ways. The developmental needs of all students are addressed through academic and social/emotional counseling and guidance. Counselors help ensure a safe, supportive, and secure learning environment for all students. The counseling team plans, delivers, and evaluates a comprehensive school counseling program to help maximize student achievement. Data is used to help guide the development of the comprehensive school counseling program. The ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors are used as the guidelines to help ensure appropriate choices when assisting students. School Counseling Program Vision Statement (ASCA National Model, p. 23-24) Our vision is for all students to have the academic, career, and social/emotional skills to be successful, contributing members of our nation and the world. School Counseling Program Mission Statement (ASCA National Model, p. 24-25) The mission of the Riverwood International Charter School counseling department is to provide a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate counseling program that offers equitable access to the highest level of achievement through advocacy for all students. By collaborating with parents, teachers, administrators, and the community, we will meet the academic, career, and personal-social needs of our students and equip them with the necessary skills to become confident and compassionate lifelong learners who positively impact our global society. Page1

School Counseling Program Goals and Action Plans **In the section below enter your program goals (2 to 3 total) and provide closing-the-gap action plans for achieving your goals. Your goal should be written in SMART Goal format, and should not be based on implementing mandated programming. Goal 1: By the end of the 2016-17 school year, the number of students in the class of 2019 who failed two or more semester-long core classes will decrease by 2% as compared to the 12% rate for the 2015-16 school year. Action Plan: We plan to implement a number of programs and activities throughout the year in order to reach this goal. Specific activities will include the following: Conduct small groups during the spring semester for students who failed one core class during the fall semester Conduct classroom guidance through 9 th Grade Literature classes regarding high school requirements, reaching students currently making up 9 th Lit credit Hold individual meetings with 10 th grade students in March Personally target students eligible for credit recovery to ensure they sign up for the program Collaborate with SEC and ELL Departments to further support students in these programs Meet with students who are being monitored through the ELL program Meet with 10 th graders who have been referred by administration for attendance/discipline issues Review six-week failure reports and meet with students failing one or more core class ASCA Domain (Academic, Career, Social/Emotional) o A: A2 1,2 o A: A3 1,2,3,4 o A: B1 1,2,3,4,5,7 o A: B2 1,2,3,5 ASCA Mindset/Behavior (Choose no more than 2 behavior standards) *see ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors attachment o Identify long and short term academic, career and social/emotional goals o Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility Process Data (Number of students affected): o 391 Perception Data (Type of surveys used): o Pre and post- tests provided to students participating in small groups Outcome Data (Achievement, attendance and/or behavior impact from implementing goal): o Percentage of students in the class of 2019 who fail two or more core semester-long classes during the 2016-2017 school year Page2

Goal 2: By the end of 2016-17 school year, the number of Latino students who graduate on time will increase to 84% as compared to the 82% of Latino students who graduated on time in the class of 2016. Action Plan: We plan to implement a number of programs and activities throughout the year in order to reach this goal. Specific activities will include the following: Partner with graduation coach to send home failure letters, following each progress report, to parents (in English and Spanish) Review six-week failure reports and meet with students failing any class required for graduation Provide information to students eligible for credit recovery to ensure they sign up for the program if needed after first semester Adjust schedules after first semester, based on senior failures, to ensure students continue to remain in classes needed for graduation Train and partner with community volunteers to help students explore post-secondary options and apply to college (SAIL Program) Collaborate with SEC and ELL Departments to further support students in these programs Type your Collaborate goal here. with It should teachers be and in SMART parents Goal of targeted format. students; This goal hold can conferences be one of your as needed PKES goals. Meet with students who are being monitored through the ELL program Meet with 12 th graders who have been referred by administration for attendance/discipline issues Work with school social worker to monitor targeted students attendance ASCA Domain (Academic, Career, Social/Emotional) o A: A2 1,2 A: A3 1,2,3,4 A: B1 1,2,3,4,5,7 A: B2 1,2,3,5 o C:B1 1,2,5,6 C:C1 1,2 C:C2 1 ASCA Mindset/Behavior (Choose no more than 2 behavior standards) *see ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors attachment o Identify long and short term academic, career and social/emotional goals o Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility Process Data (Number of students affected): o 104 Perception Data (Type of surveys used): o Pre and post- test provided to students in SAIL Program o Survey of targeted students assessing understanding of graduation requirements Outcome Data (Achievement, attendance and/or behavior impact from implementing goal): o Percentage of Latino students in class of 2017 who graduate on time in May, 2017 Page3

School Counseling Annual Calendar Use your own template for your annual calendar and submit it in addition to your annual plan. The annual calendar should contain all school counseling activities that are coordinated and/or delivered by the school counselor(s). This includes, but is not limited to the following: Classroom counseling lessons (list specific lesson topic for each month- elementary and middle school), small group counseling, individual counseling, parent nights, open house, student/parent/teacher meetings, standardized test dates, college and career nights, and other evening activities provided through the school/ community. Core curriculum (classroom counseling) is expected to be delivered to all students in elementary and middle school on a monthly basis. Your Comprehensive School Counseling Department Calendar MUST include the following Fulton School District mandated programs and services and should be listed on your calendar: Bullying Prevention/Intervention Programs and Services (Conflict Resolution) Career Counseling Programs and Services (include GCIS activities for 6 th - 12 th ); (include Career Pathway Lessons for 1 st 5 th ) College and Career Readiness Programs and Services Transition Plans (includes 5 th, 8 th and 12 th grade students) Signs of Suicide (MS/HS only) Think First, Stay Safe (ES only) *The school counseling annual calendar must be published on your counseling program website and/or general school site and should also be distributed/published in appropriate locations (Counseling office, Career Center, program newsletter, school newsletter, e-mail and provide hard copies to all school administration, etc.). Example: August (Elementary and Middle School) Parent/Community Events: Back To School Night (Meet the Teacher); Counselor presentation on school success in media center by grade level Core Curriculum: Meet the Counselor Lesson (How to set up appointments, role of school counselor, get-to-know-you activity) Small Group: Needs assessment with teachers/data analysis, student referral process (school staff and parents refer), and permission letters sent home Individual Counseling: As requested by student, parent, or staff referral Collaboration: Participate in beginning of the year 504, RTI, and IEP meetings as requested Present to faculty on Think First, Stay Safe August (High School) Parent/Community Events: Back To School Night (Meet the Teacher); Counselor presentation on graduation requirements in media center by grade level Core Curriculum: 9 th Grade Bridge Law Lesson; Update 4 year individualized graduation plan Small Group: Needs assessment with teachers/data analysis, student referral process (school staff and parents refer), and permission letters sent home Collaboration: Participate in beginning of the year 504, RTI, and IEP meetings as requested Facilitate schedule changes based on outlined process within the first 10 days of school Meet with students as requested by student, parent, or staff referral Meet with all seniors off track for graduation and create credit recovery/graduation plan (invite parents and document student meeting and information provided to parents) Finalize virtual learning enrollment/scheduling Finalize MOWR course registration, state application, and schedule. Audit transcripts and cross reference all students schedules to verify accurate scheduling. Page4

II. Management and Accountability Use of Time Document your previous school year s usage of time and share the information with your school leadership team. Discuss the ASCA recommended guidelines for school counselor time usage (p. 43-45) and identify areas where changes are needed to be in alignment with the ASCA National Model. The previous school year s data indicates the following time usage for the school counselor(s): Planned Time Usage Data Recommended **Previous school year s data will be sent out via email by Leslie Billey in the Office of School Counseling. Direct Services to Students 6 of time delivering school counseling core curriculum Provides developmental curriculum content in a systematic way to all students 42 of time with individual student planning Assists students in the development of educational, career and personal plans 9 of time with responsive services Addresses the immediate concerns of students Indirect Services for Students 29 of time providing referrals, consultation and collaboration Interacts with others to provide support for student achievement 80% or more Program Planning and School Support 8 of time with foundation, management and accountability and school support Includes planning and evaluating the school counseling program and school support activities 10% or less Other/Non Counseling 6 of time completing non counseling duties Includes Administrative & clerical duties and RTI/504/ELL Coordination 10% or less Page5

Advisory Council An advisory council is a representative group of stakeholders selected to review and advise on the implementation of the school counseling program. The advisory council should meet twice a year and maintain an agenda and meeting minutes (ASCA National Model, p. 47). Semester 1 Meeting Date October 21, 2016 Semester 2 Meeting Date March 17, 2017 Professional Development Plan I plan to participate in the following professional development opportunities during 2016 2017 (please include all school system meetings, conferences, etc.). Date: 8/3/16, 10/11/16, 3/13/16 Fulton County Meetings/Webinars Event title/description: 9/15/16 1 counselor doing College Board Webinar 11/16 2 counselors attending GSCA, Macon 8/26/16, 9/30/16, 11/30/16, 1/12/17, 2/24/17, 4/24/17 Head Counselor Meetings 7/17 ASCA for Department Professional Collaboration and Responsibilities Group Day/Time Coordinator School Counseling Team Meetings Monthly S. Page Administration/School Counseling Meetings Four x a year S. Page Student Support Team Meetings (RTI, SST, 504) As Needed Multiple Department Chair Meetings Weekly Principal School Improvement Team Meetings As Needed Principal Other (e.g. School Governance Council, etc.) Counseling Dept. Planning & Review Meetings S. Page Page6

School Counselor Availability/Office Organization 7:30 AM 4:00 PM The school counseling office will be open for students/parents/teachers from to. 7:30 AM 4:00 PM The career center will be open from to (if applicable). Roles and Responsibilities of Other Staff and Volunteers (if applicable): Head Counselor (HS)/Lead Counselor (MS) Attend Leadership Team Meetings, Attend Head Counselor Meetings, Coordinate Departmental Activities, Share Information with Department, Manage Departmental Budget, Primary Administrator for Parchment and GCIS, Oversee Office Aides and Coordinate Professional Assistants activities. School Counselor Responsibilities Counselor Name Responsibility (see attached Division Of Duties) GAVS and FVS Coordinator Move on When Ready Coordinator Registrar Records Manager Professional Assistant College and Career Center Assistant/Magnet Assistant Enrollments (check forms and put new students on Eschool), Withdrawals, Coordinates all Sending and Receipt of Student Records, Order Diplomas, Put Test Labels on student test cards, File Student Records, Assist with Answering Phone Calls, Print transcripts as needed Duties are included in Registrar s Position. Answer Phone, Greet people who come to Counseling Office, Send transcripts on Parchment, Make appointments for counselors, Clerical Help as needed, create certificates, order supplies Schedule visits from College Representatives, Meet with parents/students about college planning, assist students with SAT/ACT fee waivers, Coordinate all scholarships and scholarship committee, provide information for Counseling Newsletter, Recruit and train Riverwood student Ambassadors, Assist with Magnet program management, help Page7

with planning/running of College Night and Senior Parent Night, assist students with financial aid questions District Due Dates: Annual School Counseling Plan due to the FCS School Counseling Department on Friday, September 30, 2016. Annual School Counseling Program Goals Mid-Year Update Due on December 16, 2016. Annual School Counseling Program Goals Results due to FCS School Counseling Department and principal on May 31, 2017. (*Note- If a program goal is based on data that is not available by the last day of the counselor(s) contract period, results should be reported as soon as data is available.) School Counselor(s) has/have presented the Annual School Counseling Plan to the principal/counseling supervisor. Principal/Counseling Supervisor has reviewed the plan. Principal/Counseling Supervisor and school counselor(s) has/have discussed, revised (as needed), and agreed to the Annual School Counseling Plan. ****GA state law, Title 20-2-182, Section15: 80% of Professional School Counselor time should be spent in Direct/Indirect Student Services. School Counselor Signature Principal Signature Date Annual Plan was Reviewed and Signed Page8